Curriculum
Doctoral Studies Orientation
DSO 8000: Doctoral Studies Orientation Seminar (0 credits)
The two-day doctoral studies orientation seminar, conducted at the North Miami Beach and Davie campuses, provides students with an overview of four distinct areas related to doctoral studies: applied research, technology, distance library services, and student services. Attendance at this non-credit seminar is required for all students entering a doctoral program at FSEHS. Students should register for DSO 8000 prior to beginning their first doctoral course. If attendance is not possible prior to the first doctoral course, you may register for a seminar no later than 4 months after beginning your first doctoral course. Additional information at: Doctoral Studies Orientation
Research Courses
- ARO 8811: Research Design & Methods (3 credits)
- ARO 8813: Program Evaluation & Policy Analysis (3 credits)
- ARO 8812: Statistical Methods (3 credits)
Research Elective Courses (Pick Only One)
- ARO 8814: Measurement, Testing and Assessment - 3 credits
- ARO 8815: Survey Research - 3 credits
- ARO 8816: Qualitative Research - 3 credits
Research Course Descriptions and Syllabus
Doctoral Applied Dissertation
ARO 8866: Applied Dissertation Seminar 1 - Concept Paper (2 credits)
The content of Applied Dissertation Seminar 1 focuses on formulating research questions and writing the concept paper. The committee chair and member roles are discussed as well as the roles and responsibilities of the Applied Research Office faculty and staff. This seminar will culminate in the completion of the first corresponding benchmark, the concept paper. Credit for this seminar will be assigned following approval of the concept paper.
ARO 8867: Applied Dissertation Seminar 2 - Proposal (5 credits)
The content of Applied Dissertation Seminar 2 emphasizes the formulation and writing of the dissertation proposal and the process for IRB approval. Methodology and content for each of the proposal chapters are defined, including a thorough discussion of the role of the literature review to support or refute the dissertation topic. This seminar focusing on scientific inquiry will culminate in the completion of the second corresponding benchmark, the applied dissertation proposal. Credit for this seminar will be assigned following approval of the proposal.
ARO 8868: Applied Dissertation Seminar 3 - Dissertation (5 credits)
Applied Dissertation Seminar 3 involves data collection/implementation, the applied dissertation (final report), and the final approval process. Content and format issues as well as recommendations for further research are highlighted. Dissemination of the dissertation and possible outlets for publication are covered. This seminar will culminate in the completion of the third corresponding benchmark, the applied dissertation (final report). Credit for this seminar will be assigned following approval of the applied dissertation (final report).
ARO 8869: Continuing Dissertation Services (0 credits)
Students must register for Continuing Dissertation Services at the 36th month in the program if the student has not yet completed the applied dissertation. By registering for these services, subsequently by term, students can continue working uninterrupted with their committee on their research project. Students may register for continuing dissertation services each term until the student reaches the end of the allowable time according to the program's policy at which time extensions will no longer be offered.
Program Core Courses
LDRC 8429 - Leadership to Shape the Future (6 credits)
Students will explore the catalytic role of shaping learning in the 21st century. Leadership is viewed as the capacity of individuals and groups to generate and sustain significant processes of change necessary to shape the future. Leadership is a catalytic role. The major themes of study include leadership in context, the self as leader, and the leader as catalyst.
CYSC 8001 - Leadership for Systemic Changes in Child, Youth and Human Services
(3 credits)
This course is designed to provide child, youth and human service professionals with the knowledge and skills to become leaders for change in their work places and other organizations. Emphasis is placed on using process, content, and context of change to develop and enhance learning communities
CYSC 8002 - Political Processes and Social Issues (3 credits)
This study area is designed to assist students in developing the theoretical and practical skills necessary to analyze political systems and processes at the local, state, national and global levels. Needs of children, youth and families are related to political processes and procedures. Students identify responsibilities of professionals, understanding of the field and practice more effective leadership skills in the legislative process. This course considers the process of creating, enacting, and implementing social and educational policies.
A political systems approach is utilized to examine policy representative of local, state, national and global systems. The role and skills required of the professional in creating proactive change for children and youth are investigated.
CYSC 8003 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment (3 credits)
This course provides a foundation in the development of children and youth with a focus on critical issues that affect children, youth, families, society and the education, health and human service systems that serve them. Within this course, students apply the vast literature on theory and research in child/and or adolescent development to the practice issues rooted in today’s society. This course concentrates on research, theories and human development and covers developmental theories; research; the characteristics and capabilities of children and youth in physical, cognitive, social, affective, and language domains; and both normative and atypical courses of development. Students will elect a specialization in prenatal/infancy, early childhood, middle childhood or adolescence.
CYSC 8004 - Current Issues in Human Development (3 credits)
This course emphasizes both analysis and synthesis approaches to the study of development. Students are provided an opportunity to apply social systems to environments in which people live and work with particular emphasis on understanding the social system impact on those who differ on the bases of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, political belief, race, sexual orientation, and/or their social or physical characteristics. The course emphasis both analysis and synthesis as important approaches to the study of development and current issues as well as cultural determinants of human behavior at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels.
CYSC 8005 - Ethical Issues for Leadership in Child, Youth and Human Services
(3 credits)
Leaders are called upon to make ethical judgments related to all aspects of work with children, youth and human services. This course will focus on the roles, tasks and responsibilities of leaders as ethical role models, decision-makers and practitioners. The course will provide participants with an overview of current ethical issues for learning communities.
Specialization Courses
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